Driver CDL

Ohio Living•Columbus, OH

21d

About The Position

The Driver - CDL provides transportation for residents and patients in accordance with company standards and federal, state, and local standards, guidelines, and regulations. The role ensures transportation is clean, safe, and timely. The driver transports individuals and groups according to schedule, maintains and inspects vehicles, reports service needs and unsafe conditions, and completes required records and reports. The driver also listens and responds to residents’ and patients’ needs and assists them in and out of vehicles as needed.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Five years of commercial driving experience.
Knowledge of state and federal driving laws and regulations.
Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English.
Valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record.
Must be insurable under professional liability and crime coverage policies as specified by insurance carrier underwriting standards.
Class C Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) with passenger endorsement.
Must be at least 23 years of age.
Completion of the Ohio Department of Aging DRIVE and defensive driving courses, or willingness to complete them.
Completion of, or willingness to complete, the Federal Transportation Administration drug and alcohol reasonable suspicion and post-accident training program, if applicable.
Minimum four-hour Defensive Driving Certification through the National Safety Council, or willingness to obtain it.

Nice To Haves

Proficiency with Windows, Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), and the internet.

Responsibilities

Provide efficient transportation to individuals and groups, driving vehicles safely and according to schedule.
Keep vehicles clean, including regularly checking and cleaning the interior, vacuuming as needed, and arranging or completing exterior washes as assigned.
Observe safety and security procedures while transporting residents and patients.
Notify the supervisor of changes or cancellations in the daily transportation schedule.
Share observations and insights that may improve departmental quality and efficiency.
Attend scheduled or directed all-employee and departmental meetings and in-service training.
Maintain a safe vehicle and perform inspections as directed.
Report repairs, service needs, and unsafe conditions to the supervisor.
Use downtime constructively for vehicle cleaning and light maintenance.
Maintain current and accurate records using computers and/or other documentation in accordance with applicable company and regulatory standards.
Complete logs, reports, and other documentation accurately and submit them to the supervisor.
Listen and respond to the needs of residents, patients, and staff members.
Greet and assist residents and patients in and out of vehicles as needed.
Perform all other duties as assigned.